Help dyslexic kids getting ready for school, 5 minute checklist

Help dyslexic children learn to become more independent. Use a picture checklist to help them get ready for school on their own.

A dyslexic child may find it difficult to follow verbal instructions, like being asked to get dressed. Using pictures can make it easier for them to follow instructions.

School Ready Card

Use the picture ‘school ready’ checklist on the card below to help a dyslexic child.

This activity from Mooki Cards is based on scientific research. Learn more “Neurogenetics and auditory processing dyslexia”.

Encourage independence dyslexic kids

Get advice from the Dyslexic Mum below. Find out how she used a picture checklist to help her dyslexic child get school-ready:

“Every school morning was the same. The alarm clock would ring and we would get out of bed at 6am. Still, it was always a rush, and my child was late. This was frustrating. I wanted her to be more independent, but did not want to keep nagging her.

To help her, I made a ‘School Ready’ picture checklist. It was clear and easy to follow. It showed her everything she needed to do, from eating breakfast to grabbing her school bag. Finally, we started to get ready for school.

Watch the clickable video below: ‘School ready checklist’. Dyslexic Mum shows you how to use the ‘School Ready’ card.

Use these top tips from the Dyslexic Mum when using the ‘School Ready’ card above:

• Use Pictures – Checklists help dyslexic children remember tasks. Adding pictures aids their understanding.
• Praise – At first, a child may not follow the order on the checklist. Let them pick one item to complete. When they succeed, give lots of praise. Encourage them to try another item. This builds their confidence to complete the whole checklist.
• Reward – Use this ‘School Ready’ checklist every day. To motivate your child, offer a weekly reward. This could be staying up half an hour later or inviting a friend over to play.

Learn more about dyslexic thinking, see the book “Defeat dyslexia! Parents guide to dyslexia”.

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